2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 150 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Because 1971 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Spider | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
